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Our live coverage ran from 7am when students who were eager to pick up their results got to school early to see how they had done.

15:58

Anna Soubry congratulates students

15:49

My thoughts exactly...

I’ve been waiting for a picture like this all day!

15:44

Students break school records with their results

The Long Eaton School is celebrating record A-Level results with an overall pass rate of 99.3 percent.

More than half of the school’s students - 52 percent - achieved at least one A or A* grade.

Andy Hunt, head teacher, is “delighted” with the results.

He said: “These students have done themselves credit, including many students who have taken leadership roles and made other positive contributions to the life of the school, in addition to their academic successes.

“They have been able to take full advantage of our modern study facilities, and their hard work has paid off.

“It is a real pleasure to see them achieving their goals and, in many cases, heading off to continue their studies at university or in work-based routes such as apprenticeships.”

15:40Gemma Toulson

Four A* grades for boy who overcame cancer and now wants to be a doctor

An 18-year-old Biliborough Sixth Form College student who overcame cancer as a child can now pursue his dream of becoming a doctor after achieving A* exam results.

Matthew is 'buzzing' about his results...

Matthew Gudelajtis is going to study physics at the University of Nottingham

Matthew Gudelajtis, of Mansfield, has achieved two As and an A* and will go on to study physics at the University of Nottingham.

The 18-year-old West Nottinghamshire College student was “amazed” when he opened his results.

He said: “I half-expected to get a B in physics so to get an A is fantastic. I had to work particularly hard at this subject as it’s what I wanted to study at university.

“I’m buzzing about going to university and experiencing something different - new people and a new place.

“First I need to have a nice long sleep and catch up on all the sleep I missed while revising.”

West Nottinghamshire College celebrated an overall pass rate of 98.7 percent.

Dame Asha Khemka, principal and chief executive, said: “Huge credit to our tutors, who have provided students with a consistently high standard of teaching and learning and mentored them through two of the most crucial years of their lives.

“Congratulations to all students and staff on this much-deserved success. I wish every student the very best as they continue their journey to higher education or the world of work.”

14:47

Retford students celebrate their results

Students at the Retford Post 16 Centre open their results

Students at Retford Post 16 Centre are celebrating some brilliant A-Level results today.

The centre - a collaboration between Retford Oaks Academy, The Elizabethan Academy and North Notts College - achieved a pass rate of 99 percent.

Jason White and Gemma Murphy, joint centre leads, said: “Well over a third of our students received the top grades and we have had particular successes in English and sociology, where results were above the national average.

“Our students have been great role models for our academies, showing high levels of maturity and independence during their time at Retford Post 16 - something we are particularly proud of.

“We look forward to hearing of their future accomplishments, of which we have no doubt there will be many, and we are thrilled to see them take their next steps into higher education, employment and further training.”

14:38

Trent College's results are 'the icing on an already fantastic cake'

That’s how head teacher Bill Penty described the students’ results today.

Love this picture

This picture shows students at Nottingham Girls’ High School celebrating their A-Level results.

14:15

This makes me miss uni SO much

Anyone going to the University of Nottingham is in for a world of fun judging by this video.

14:07

Music star Sheku celebrates A Level succes

Sheku Kanneh-Mason

Cello prodigy Sheku Kanneh-Mason is celebrating an A* in music.

The 18-year-old also gained a B in maths and a C in physics.

Sheku, who was named BBC Young Musician winner last year, will start at the Royal Academy of Music in September.

The Trinity Catholic School pupil is thrilled with his results.

He said: “Going to a music academy has been the plan for a while. It is something I have always wanted to do. I have been at the junior music academy since I was nine-years-old so it is something I have wanted to do for a long time.”

You can read more about his results and the performance of other Trinity Catholic School pupils here.

13:57

Well done Dionne

Dionne White is off to study psychology at Bristol University after gaining an A and two Bs.

13:54

Great picture!

Sonia Bennett, 18, gets her results at Nottingham High School

Love this picture of Sonia Bennett opening her results at Nottingham High School this morning.

100 percent pass rate at Nottingham Girls' High School

13:40

Olivier has won a place at university in America

Olivier Niyibizi has won a place at a university in Atlanta in the US

Olivier Niyibizi is celebrating his A Level results in America.

The 18-year-old Bilborough College student has already flown out to Atlanta, in Georgia, where he has secured a scholarship at Emory University.

Olivier, of St Ann’s, received his results - two As, a B and an A* - via email.

Speaking about his decision to study in America, he said: “I just thought this would be such an amazing opportunity to experience a different education system and I think it will help me immensely when I return to the UK and apply for jobs.

“I haven’t decided what I’m going to major in yet but I’m looking at a degree in computer science or quantitative science. I’ll be out there for four years and I’m so excited to go out there and meet people and experience it all and everything university has to offer.”

Congratulations Carlton le Willows

Three A*s are the 'icing on the cake' for Amirah

She studied biology, chemistry and French at Nottingham Girls’ High School and will be going to the University of Leeds to study medicine.

Amirah, of West Bridgford, said: “I’m so overwhelmed. I was just so shocked to get these results because I wasn’t expecting that at all, the exams were so difficult.

“I checked UCAS Track this morning so I knew I’d got in but I didn’t know the exact grades. Getting three A*s was the icing on the cake.”

12:42Gemma Toulson

100% A Level pass rate at Toot Hill College

Students at Toot Hill College achieved a 30% A*–A grades and 89% A*–C grades. They have secured a 100% pass rate in A Level and vocational courses for a fifth consecutive year.

Sarah Fox, Head of College, said: “I am absolutely delighted with our results this year and very proud of all our students; I’m only disappointed I am not able to mention all of them below.

They have all worked exceptionally hard over the past two years, risen admirably to the challenge of national changes at Key Stage 5, and these excellent results are a testament to their dedication and perseverance. Well done.”

12:36

Hall Park Academy students celebrate their A Level results

Students at Hall Park Academy Sixth Form are celebrating another impressive set of A Level results - and all have secured their first choice at university.

Georgia Grice, head girl, achieved A*, A and B, and will be going to Nottingham Trent University to study business management.

James Bostock, head boy, will be going to Loughborough University to study computer science after gaining two Bs and a distinction *.

Barry Caldwell, head of sixth form, congratulated all students and wished them luck for the future.

12:27

'Congratulations' from Nottingham's education lead

Councillor Sam Webster, portfolio holder for business, education and skills at Nottingham City Council, has celebrated today’s A Level results.

He said: “I’d like to congratulate all pupils in Nottingham who are picking up their A Level results today. It’s right to acknowledge both their hard work and the support they will have received from parents, carers, friends and family.

“The important thing for students to remember is that there is always support, help and guidance on hand to ensure your next career or further education choice is the right one for you. Your results might be better than expected, or perhaps not what you hoped for, but please don’t rush into decisions today.

“Futures Advice, Skills and Employment is based in the city centre and provides free, council-funded, expert careers advice for 16 to 18 year olds living in Nottingham. Give them a call on 0115 960 1597.”

12:10

Such a heartwarming story - congratulations Lucas

Inspired by his own health battle, Lucas Burgess is going to study medicine at the University of Nottingham.

The 18-year-old Bilborough College student was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia at the age of 10 and went into remission five years ago.

Lucas, of Borrowash, is celebrating three A*s in chemistry, biology and maths.

He said: “I’ve been going back to the Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham for regular checks and in September I’ll find out if I’m being officially discharged from the aftercare clinic meaning that I will no longer see the consultant for regular check-ups. I will still need to have heart scans every five years to monitor any long-term side effects of the chemotherapy.

“I was surrounded by doctors for a long period of my life and what I’ve been through has definitely been a factor in wanting to study medicine. I just want to give something back and help people.”

Principal Chris Bradford said: “Lucas has been a model student in many ways, working consistently hard across his two years at Bilborough and capitalising on his abilities to the full. He’s also served the college really well as an ambassador while giving back to the community at large through voluntary work.

“I’m sure his own experience of illness and healthcare will inform the way he approaches the demands of medical training.”

11:44

UCAS congratulates students

Are you one of the 416,310 students already accepted into universities today? If so, congratulations!

I had a brilliant time at university, and I’m sure you will too.

Clare Marchant, chief executive of UCAS, has some words of congratulations and advice for you.

She said: “Congratulations to everyone who has received good news today. On behalf of everyone at UCAS, well done and best of luck for your studies.

“If you have not done as well as you hoped, try not to worry - you have plenty of options, and every year many people who have missed out on their grades find high quality and rewarding courses through clearing.

“Make sure you take some time to think about what you want to do next, and seek advice from those who know you best - parents, teachers and friends.”

Incredible - congratulations Matthew

This is incredible - well done George!

He studied chemistry, biology, maths and Spanish, and is now planning to study medicine at Newcastle University.

The 18-year-old is in “total shock”. He said: “I needed three As to get into my firm choice - medicine in Newcastle. I got an email this morning saying that I’d been accepted there. I wasn’t expecting four A*s.”